My 2024 Year in Review: Growing in Christ and Becoming Whole
Hello Lovelies,
When I reflect on 2024, I am filled with gratitude for how God moved in my life. This year was a journey of deep healing, surrender, and transformation—a year I didn’t expect but one that became the best year of my life. Turning 25 in January marked a season of new beginnings, and little did I know, God had so much in store for me.
Walking Closer with God
I started the year by getting rebaptized, a public declaration of my renewed commitment to Christ. This moment was a turning point, symbolizing my desire to truly walk with God in every aspect of my life. Through this walk, I learned what it means to love Him personally, to hear His voice, and to live a life that glorifies Him.
One of the biggest steps I took was denouncing my membership in AKA. While the organization was a meaningful part of my journey for a season, it became clear that my walk with Christ required letting go of anything that conflicted with my faith. It wasn’t an easy decision, but it was one rooted in obedience and trust in God’s plans for me. And yes, I know I own a whole business centered around Greek life. In the meantime, I am being still and doing the last thing He told me to do…which is to continue to run the business, His timing not mine. The same way He brought me to it, He will do exceedingly and abundantly more now that it is truly all in His hands.
In this process, I embraced Matthew 6:33: "But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." I stopped putting my businesses and other priorities before my time with God. No more working through church or skipping daily time in His Word. I realigned my schedule to reflect my devotion to Him, and in doing so, I experienced His peace and provision in ways I never imagined.
Healing and Freedom
2024 was also a year of deep healing. God led me to confront and begin to heal from childhood wounds, addiction, relationship trauma, and more. It was hard work, but through it, I found freedom. I learned to call out and release spirits that did not belong in me, leaning on the authority given to me in Luke 10:19: “I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.”
I also found value in emotional and spiritual self-care. For the first time, I truly loved myself, enough to remove or block anything and anyone that wasn’t good for me. Romans 12:2 guided me in this process: "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—His good, pleasing and perfect will."
Sobriety and Moderation
For a significant part of the year, I stopped drinking. When I reintroduced it, I did so with moderation—no shots, no drinking to get drunk, just balance and intentionality. This decision wasn’t about legalism but about honoring the temple God gave me (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). It was one of many ways I learned to steward my body and life better.
Choosing Singleness and Self-Love
Remaining single throughout the year was one of the greatest gifts I gave myself. It allowed me to focus on my relationship with God and myself. This intentional season of self-love and healing prepared me for whatever God has in store, whether that’s continued singleness or a future relationship. Ephesians 3:20 reminds me that He is able to do exceedingly and abundantly more than I could ask or imagine, and I trust His timing.
Birthing a New Vision
As an entrepreneur, I grew in ways I never expected. God birthed God Is So Kind & Co. through me, a brand rooted in faith, encouragement, and community. This wasn’t just a business; it was a ministry, a platform to share the goodness of God with others. Proverbs 16:3 guided me in this journey: “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.”
Through obedience and trust, I saw His hand in every detail—from the products to the social media posts. It was a reminder that when we allow God to lead, He takes our small offerings and multiplies them for His glory.
The Best Year Ever
2024 was not the year I expected when I blew out the candles on my 25th birthday, but it became the best year of my life. It was a year of surrender, healing, growth, and transformation. I gained a listening ear for the voice of God, grew closer to Him, and learned how to walk in His will.
Looking back, I see how Romans 8:28 rings true: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose." Every challenge, every step of obedience, every act of faith was woven together for my good and His glory.
As I move forward into 2025, I carry the lessons and growth of this year with me, trusting that the same God who worked so powerfully in 2024 will continue to lead me into His best plans. To God be the glory for all He has done!
With Love,
Jadesha M. Hair